did. The Public Works Department provided an update on the long-awaited new Public Works

City Commission Meeting · 2026-05-28 · agenda_item

The City of Palatka is considering a partnership to expand youth sports access in the downtown area. This initiative aims to increase opportunities for children, particularly those who may lack transportation to existing facilities. The proposal involves exploring the revival of some unused or lightly used baseball fields within the city, such as those at Booker. The goal is to create more equitable access to youth sports through collaboration, potentially via an interlocal agreement, to support shared programming and tournaments. This item is currently under review, with the City Commission asked to consider interest in pursuing a partnership before a formal proposal is developed. This project could involve site preparation, field renovation, and potentially new sports facility construction. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to reach out to learn more about potential involvement as discussions progress.

square footage

1460 sq ft

square footage

5000 sq ft

employees

65

years

20 years

pounds

45000–55000 lb

garbage trucks

four

city trucks

18

weeks

seven weeks

paid internship positions

17

light shades

10-12

days

293 days

construction errors

27